Clams in Black Bean Sauce Recipe

Serves 3 to 4

Ingredients:

  • 2 1/2 lb clams
  • 2/3 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp black bean sauce
  • 1 tbsp sherry
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tsp szechwan chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 scallions, minced
  • 2 tsp ginger root, minced

    • Instructions:

    1. Place clams on steamer rack over water in saucepan.
    2. Cover and bring to boil.
    3. Cook 5 minutes, or just until shells open. Drain.
    4. Combine broth, black bean sauce, sherry, cornstarch and chili sauce; set aside.
    5. Heat oil in wok or large skillet over high heat.
    6. Add onion and ginger; stir-fry 30 seconds.
    7. Add clams and black bean sauce mixture; cook and stir 30 seconds, or until sauce boils and thickens and clams are hot.
    8. Serve plain or over hot, cooked noodles, as desired.